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I hae a 2017 Ram 3500 6.7 liter Turbo diesel and I am ready…

I hae a 2017 Ram...

I hae a 2017 Ram 3500 6.7 liter Turbo diesel and I am ready for my first oil change. I would like recomendations for what type of oil (viscosity) and at what point or would it be advisable to use synthetic. 8k miles

* Use engine oil such as MOPAR, Shell Rotella and Shell Rimula that meets US Material Standard MS-10902 and the API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. Products meeting Cummins CES 20081 may also be used. The identification of these engine oils is typically located on the back of the oil container.

** Use engine oil such as MOPAR, Shell Rotella and Shell Rimula that meets US Material Standard MS-10902 and the API CJ-4 engine oil category is required.

So, if temps are expected in your area to be below zero this winter, use the synthetic 5w- 40, and if not regular 15w-40

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